Case Writers - Centre for Learning and Teaching Excellence

Job Purpose

To help and be directly involved in case development, preparing teaching and research materials, and other content that supports the pedagogical and knowledge-creation objectives of the school.

Job Outline

At ISB, the Centre for Case Development under the Centre for Learning and Teaching Excellence is focused on facilitating teaching effectiveness in the classroom, enabling innovative pedagogies for impactful learning, supporting the writing of India-specific business cases, and the training of case writers and teachers for business schools in India. The unit functions as a unique exchange platform that facilitates a symbiotic collaboration among the corporate sector, government organisations and academia.

The job holder will work with ISB faculty, Centres and Institutes on activities related to the development of case studies and teaching and research materials that support the pedagogical and knowledge-creation objectives of the school.

This position requires a strong knowledge of management and business issues and an ability to conduct research by leveraging various sources. It requires advanced writing and editing skills, the ability to understand and provide structure to content and a flair for detail. Demonstrable ability to convert ideas and insights discussed by faculty into content suitable for case studies is also desirable. In addition, a high-level understanding of digital content is needed to help the Centre in its aim of developing case studies, exploring both traditional and innovative formats such as multimedia and simulations. This position requires the ability to collaborate with faculty, researchers, industry stakeholders, and editing staff to ensure delivery of materials suitable for peer review, publication, and classroom use.

Job Specification Knowledge:

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, economics, or business-related field from a reputed institution. An MBA degree would be preferred.

Skills

Technical

Well-articulated approach to writing

Ability to think critically and write clearly

Evidence of writing experience, preferably in high quality academic publication avenues

Comfort in understanding and summarising academic research

Excellent English language skills

Good command over grammar and punctuation concepts

Proficiency in the use of technology, business databases, and office & statistical software

Ability to format data and develop charts, tables, and other related documents and graphics

Behavioural

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Demonstrated ability to work in teams

An honest and straightforward approach to communication

Demonstrated work ethic

Creativity and openness to learning

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Internal

ISB Resident and Visiting Faculty

ISB Centres and Institutes

ISB Departments

External

CEOs/ Sr. executives of organizations

Non-ISB Faculty

Freelance writers/editors

Key Responsibilities and % Time Spent

Case writing, and research activities to help develop and publish cases with associated teaching notes and any other related content.

Conducting research and gathering information and data through interviews, the library, and other resources.

Maintaining Centre Writing Style and Editorial guidelines - 50%

Reviewing and editing content - 30%

Developing and refining content pieces such as articles, podcasts, white papers, research paper summaries, newsletters, book chapters, simulations, etc. as per Centre needs and initiatives

Coordinating events such as workshops and competitions SN - 20%

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Meeting stated deadlines; Meeting quality expectations

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